For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
“DRIVER’S LICENSE.” A valid license to operate a motor vehicle issued by the State of Indiana or any other state.
“FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY.” Liability insurance coverage on a golf cart in an amount not less than required by Indiana law for motor vehicles operated on the public highways in the State of Indiana.
“GOLF CART.” A four-wheeled motor vehicle originally and specifically designed and intended to transport one or more individuals and golf clubs for the purpose of playing the game of golf on a golf course. Said vehicles may be powered by a battery or internal combustion motor and shall have an unloaded weight of not more than 1,500 pounds.
“OPERATE or OPERATION.” To exercise any control over the function or movement of a golf cart.
“ROADWAYS.” The entire width between the boundary lines of every public way maintained when any part of the way is open to use of the public for the purpose of vehicular traffic within the corporate limits of the City of New Castle. The term includes, but is not necessarily limited to, streets, alleys, roads, highways and thoroughfares.
“STATE HIGHWAY.” Any street under the control of and maintained by the State of Indiana.
(Ord. 3682, passed 10-7-13)